Mr McFarland, who could face a maximum fine of £5,000 if found guilty, was one of two people investigated for alleged breaches of the anonymity law, but prosecutors in Northern Ireland decided not be pursue the other case due to “insufficient evidence”.

After the trial, two other men - Blane McIlroy and Rory Harrison, both 26 - were also unanimously acquitted of lesser charges connected to the alleged incident at Jackson’s house in June 2016.